SHINY Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

shiny

adjective

ˈshī-nē

Definition of shiny

as in shining

giving off or reflecting much light we could see our reflections in the shiny surface of the marble walls

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Recent Examples of shiny Glass hair is exactly that—shiny, soft lengths with that unmistakable mirror-like sheen. — Selvaggia Germani, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 That is, until audiences, like Carol, begin noticing all the fractures beneath the psyche of the shiny, happy people. — Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026 The larvae are about 1/4-inch long, with noticeable shiny black heads and elongated, whitish-transparent bodies. — Leah Chester-Davis, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026 Flea Beetles Flea beetles are tiny, shiny black or brownish beetles that hop like a flea when disturbed. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shiny

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Adjective

At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.

— Josh Makower, STAT, 16 Mar. 2026
Those memories will remain some of the most shining and unforgettable moments of my life.

— Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026

Definition of shining

Adjective

Below, shop nine incredible beauty products straight from her shelf and prepare to get healthy, smooth, and absolutely glowing skin.

— Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 9 Aug. 2026
Applying makeup on mature skin is actually all about utilizing products a way that enhances your natural skin for a more glowing, youthful look.

— Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 27 July 2026

Definition of glowing

Adjective

In the clip, the luminous actress walks into a room in a white ensemble with her arms crossed over her stomach.

— Morgan Evans, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026
Don Nelson, who became the NBA’s leader in coaching wins and twice lifted the Warriors from the pits of competitive despair into the playoffs during a luminous half-century pro basketball life, died Sunday.

— Carl Steward, Mercury News, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of luminous

Adjective

For example, when light bends around a sharp obstacle or boundary, such as a knife edge, the waves bend and interfere with one another to create bands of dark and bright light.

— Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
While The Row’s version is sold out in classic shades like black and cream, Quince just dropped fresh summer and early fall colors, including ivory, bright red, and tea green.

— Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of bright

Adjective

Before the weekend, Sony had initially been projecting a much less dazzling start of $195 million domestic and $465 million global that would have still put the film among the top 10 all-time debuts.

— Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 3 Aug. 2026
But what began as another dazzling night in the orbit of Hollywood’s elite was about to take a nightmarish turn—one that would send shock waves through the entertainment industry, through Los Angeles, and beyond.

— Peter Rowe, Air Mail, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of dazzling

Adjective

Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.

— Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025

Definition of gleaming

Adjective

Road trippers can spend the night at Red Cliffs Lodge Zion, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, where award-winning interior design blends seamlessly with the panoramic sights of towering red rock and radiant fall foliage.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
For the movie's California premiere, the star, who is pregnant with her third child, looked radiant in a baby-blue mock-neck top featuring a mid-drift hem that perfectly framed her growing baby bump.

— Morgan Evans, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of radiant

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